Brunswick Forest Duathlon

Karen's First Race Since Moving to North Carolina.

On Sunday May 15th, Karen and neighbor Andrea Mansfield competed in the
Brunswick Forest Duathlon, winning 1st place in the female team division.
Andrea began the race with a 5k run, posting a 23 minute segment. Karen
completed the next 16 mile biking leg in 51 minutes, and Andrea finished the
final 2 mile leg in 16 minutes. With transitions, the final time was
1:32.50.

Karen had planned on racing the entire course, but after a significant back
injury in February, she wanted to take it easy. Andrea, an accomplished
runner, wanted to compete, but isn't a biker. So a team was formed. Andrea
was spot on, with her unknowing choice of attire to compliment Karen's green
jersey.

This was a fast, flat course through the neighborhood. There were quite a
few serious competitors, especially in the individual categories. Lots of
expensive tribikes and aerodynamic helmets! The weather was typical for the
coast--nice and humid, with plenty of sunshine! With no map and compass, no
swamps to cross, no poison ivy, no Russian drill sergeant--there's not much
to tell. Just a great race and great prep for Wild Wonderful 24 this coming
weekend! See you guys soon!